Waterfall Hikes Near Boonton, NJ

8,781 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Boonton? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Boonton. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.9047°N, -74.4048°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Boonton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 34 gauged

1 of 33 waterfalls near Boonton is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Mon 85°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Boonton

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3390 cfs 54th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Boonton (8 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Boonton (24 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Boonton

Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

46.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

12.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Boonton

Are there free waterfalls near Boonton?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Boonton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Boonton?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Boonton, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Boonton?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Boonton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Boonton?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Boonton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Boonton?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Boonton, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Boonton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Boonton is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Boonton?

The tallest waterfall near Boonton is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Boonton?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Boonton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Boonton?

The closest waterfall to Boonton is Passaic Falls, approximately 10 miles away.

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